Emergency Management Coordinator

Maricopa CountyGilbert, AZ
$66,000 - $96,000Onsite

About The Position

Are you a master Emergency Management Coordinator who keeps a level head in the face of chaos? Do you have the ability to prepare for the worst and hope for the best? If so, we encourage you to apply for our Emergency Management Coordinator position, where you will use your unique skills to develop plans for preparedness, response, and recovery from unusual emergencies. Join the team that seeks to create safer, resilient communities in Maricopa County!

Requirements

  • Two years of professional experience in program or project management for emergency operations
  • Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Emergency Management, Communications, or a related field of work
  • A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
  • Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
  • Completion of FEMA IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, IS-800, IS-120.c, IS-230.d, IS-235.c, IS-240.b, IS-241.b, IS-242.b, IS-244.a, and IS-2200 or the ability to complete within one year of hire date
  • Experience utilizing National Incident Management System (NIMS), Incident Command System (ICS), Comprehensive Preparedness Guide (CPG) 101, and Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
  • Works a rotational schedule as an on-call duty officer on a recurring basis after hours and on weekends

Nice To Haves

  • Master's degree in Emergency Management or Homeland Security from an accredited college or university
  • Experience working in local, state, tribal, or federal emergency management
  • Experience working in an Emergency Operations Center during a disaster or emergency
  • FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) and Advanced Professional Series (APS) Certificates of Completion
  • Completion of or progress towards the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Certified Emergency Manager or Associate Emergency Manager

Responsibilities

  • Lead and assist in the planning and implementation of Department programs, projects, and initiatives
  • Develop, update, maintain, and evaluate emergency management plans, standard operating procedures, and manuals for the County; review policies and programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws
  • Foster collaborative relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, non-profits, and community partners
  • Conduct after-action reviews and implement continuous improvement initiatives following exercises and real-world activations
  • Provide support to County departments, Jurisdictions Tribal, and other stakeholders on best practices, principles, and concepts related to disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery
  • Serve as the 24/7 on-call duty officer on a weekly rotating basis by providing responsive customer service and maintaining regional situational awareness
  • Serve as the department's principal point of contact for assigned department programs or projects
  • Serve as a Department liaison for private and volunteer agencies (Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), Community Organizations Activity in Disasters (COAD), etc.)

Benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Exceptional work-life balance
  • Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
  • Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
  • Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
  • Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
  • Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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